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EY08 EBC

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,458 mi
Last recorded81,458 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 EBC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 81,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 74,422 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 74,354 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 69,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 69,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 May 2017 67,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front tyre very worn on inner edge and slight lump.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted.

Pass 5 Apr 2016 63,061 miles

Front items removed prior to test

Nearside Front tyre has crack/perish

Offside Front tyre has a cut

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre has crack/perish

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 55,915 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 55,885 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 May 2013 49,987 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 44,075 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 37,405 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 37,405 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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EY08 EBC is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 67,006 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EY08 EBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EY08 EBC registered?

EY08 EBC is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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